West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 90 - Corrections
West Virginia Code of State Rules – Agency 90: Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Agency 90 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) contains the rules adopted by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR), which operates under the Department of Homeland Security. These rules govern the management of correctional facilities, parole and inmate supervision, classification, discipline, and rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals in the state.
🔹 Purpose of Agency 90 Rules:
Regulate operation and security of adult correctional institutions
Establish procedures for inmate classification, discipline, and release
Promote rehabilitation, treatment, and reentry support
Ensure safety, legal compliance, and humane treatment of offenders
📘 Key Rules and Topics Typically Covered in Agency 90:
| CSR Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 90-1 | General Operational Procedures |
| 90-2 | Inmate Classification and Custody Levels |
| 90-3 | Disciplinary Procedures and Infractions |
| 90-4 | Parole Eligibility and Hearings |
| 90-5 | Use of Force and Security Protocols |
| 90-6 | Medical and Mental Health Services |
| 90-7 | Educational and Vocational Training Programs |
| 90-8 | Reentry Planning and Transitional Services |
| 90-9 | Grievance Procedures for Inmates |
✅ Key Policy Areas and Requirements:
1. Inmate Classification (90-2)
Inmates are assessed upon intake and assigned custody levels (minimum, medium, maximum)
Factors include criminal history, behavior, escape risk, and treatment needs
2. Discipline and Infractions (90-3)
Defines major and minor rule violations
Establishes disciplinary hearing procedures, sanctions, and appeals
3. Parole and Early Release (90-4)
Criteria for parole eligibility and parole board processes
Good time credits, revocation procedures, and supervision requirements
4. Healthcare and Rehabilitation (90-6, 90-7)
Access to routine, emergency, and mental health care
Participation in GED, vocational training, and substance abuse programs
5. Reentry and Support (90-8)
Discharge planning
Assistance with housing, employment, and community reintegration
Collaboration with probation, parole, and community partners
6. Inmate Rights and Grievances (90-9)
System for inmates to file complaints
Timelines and levels of appeal
Protection from retaliation
🏛️ Legal Authority:
Codified under West Virginia Code §15A-5, with operational rules in CSR Title 90
Administered by the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) within the WV Department of Homeland Security
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